Application Process
After coming across this LinkedIn post, I took a moment and decided to apply.
Written Test
CV shortlisted and selected for the written test.
Written exam given: September 5, 2024
The questions covered Basic DSA, OOP, OS, Networking, Database and Time Complexity. I found three questions similar to those on LeetCode, with only the examples changed. That question carries a large amount of marks. I have solved the top LeetCode questions (though I'm not finished yet), so it was easy for me. There were also 40 MCQs. It was an offline exam.
Interview given: October 9, 2024
It was a 30-minute long interview. Both non-technical and technical questions were asked. The technical questions focused on OOP, DSA, basic programming knowledge (Java, C++), and Git; most of the questions were about JavaScript and React. I was not able to answer all of the questions; I could answer around 80%. Some of the questions were too hard, and I had never heard of them. I simply said, 'I don't know.' I answered only the questions I felt confident about.
HR Call: October 16, 2024
HR said I was shortlisted after the interview round, but some processes are still pending. They asked me to send all my educational background details (SSC, HSC, and University) via SMS. I sent that immediately. I have been trying for an internship or full-time position since my third year first semester—more than one year, as I want to start my career as early as possible. Before this, I had gone through four interview rounds at different companies and failed. Now, when I'm writing this, my final year exams are going on. This time I truly hope I can make it.
Got call from HR again: October 28, 2024
HR called me and said Congratulations to me, and added I can join on November 3, 2024. After hearing
this I said: Alhamdulillah. I'm so happy at
that moment. I celebrated that moment with my roommates; they are also happy for me. Then I called
my
Father. My parents were so happy for his son's little achievement. Firstly, I want to thank my
almighty
ALLAH.
I also want to thank Everyone who helps me
with their good advice and who has contributed their valuable guidance and support throughout my
life.
Interactive Timeline of my Job Applications
1.
Robi Reddot (Software Engineer intern)
- MCQ round: ✅
- Interview round: ❌
- Status: Cleared MCQ but not selected in the interview round.
2.
Therap Bd (Associate Training and Content Specialist)
- Interview round: ❌
- Status: Got call for interview. Not selected in the interview round.
3.
Sj Innovation (Front End Dev)
- Interview round: ❌
- Status: Not selected in the interview round.
4.
6Sense Technologies (Project Management)
- MCQ round: ✅
- Interview round: ❌
- Status: Passed MCQ, did not make it to the interview.
5.
Square Health (Software Engineer intern)
- Written: ✅
- Interview round: ✅
- Status: Selected in both rounds and got offer for the position.
Journey Overview
Alongside these attempts, I kept applying on LinkedIn for any CSE-related position suitable for a fresher. The usual response was, "Thank you for your interest. Unfortunately, we are unable to proceed." My first internship exam was on 28.08.2023 with Vivasoft Learnathon 2.0.
The Journey: Started on August 28, 2023 and finally reached success on October 28, 2024; just before my graduation. It took 1 year, 2 months to achieve. "And Allah is the best of planners." [Surah Al-'Anfal: 30]
"This might seem like a small step to those in big tech companies or in senior roles, but for me—someone who struggled in academics and tech—it's significant. It represents the struggle and patience required to reach even this small achievement."